WRITING TASK 2

August 25th, 2023

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TYPES OF IELTS WRITING TASK 2
1. Argumentative/Opinion/Agree or Disagree Essay: This type of essay asks you
to express your opinion on a statement or an issue and support it with reasons
and examples.
2. Discussion Essay: This type of essay asks you to discuss both sides of an
argument or a problem and give your own opinion.
3. Advantages and Disadvantages Essay: This type of essay asks you to evaluate
the positive and negative aspects of a situation or a development.
4. Causes and Effects/Causes and Solutions/Problems and Solutions Essay:
This type of essay asks you to identify the causes and effects of a problem or a
phenomenon or suggest possible solutions to it.
5. Two-Part Question Essay: This type of essay asks you to answer two related
questions in one essay.
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General outline (dàn bài chung)
1) Introduction
2) Body paragraph 1
3) Body paragraph 2
4) Conclusion

Notice:
-Không đánh số 1 2 3
-Viết thành 4 đoạn (như 1 bài văn)
-Tổng cộng 1 bài IELTS WRITING TASK 2 có 12-14 câu.
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#1 Introduction (2 câu)
#0 Đưa ra hoàn cảnh chung (NẾU CÓ THỂ)

#1 Paraphrase đề bài
Viết lại đề bài theo cách văn chương hơn

#2 Đưa ý kiến/quan điểm.

Ý kiến/ quan điểm có thể là: hoàn toàn đồng ý/hoàn toàn không đồng ý/vừa đồng ý
vừa không đồng ý.

Notice: Trong đề bài, xác định đúng đâu là đề tài cần bàn luận, đâu là hoàn cảnh
chung mà đề bài đưa ra.
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Luyện tập viết Introduction #1
Exercise 1:
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate
schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from
attending mixed schools. Discuss both these views and give your own
opinion.

Education is an essential aspect of human development and society. One

of the debates in this field is whether boys and girls should be educated in
separate schools or mixed schools. There are arguments for and against
both options, and this essay will discuss them and give my own opinion.

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Luyện tập viết Introduction #1
Hoàn cảnh chung: Education is an essential aspect of human
development and society.

Paraphrase đề bài: One of the debates in this field is whether boys and
girls should be educated in separate schools or mixed schools.

Câu chốt quan điểm (Thesis statement): There are arguments for and
against both options, and this essay will discuss them and give my own
opinion.

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Luyện tập viết Introduction #2
Exercise 2:
In many countries, people are becoming overweight and unhealthy
because of their modern lifestyles. This has serious consequences for
individuals and society as a whole. Discuss the causes and solutions for
this problem.

Modern lifestyles have led to a rise in obesity and health problems in

many nations. This situation affects not only the well-being of
individuals, but also the welfare of society. Hence, it is necessary to
implement some actions to promote healthier lifestyles.
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Luyện tập viết Introduction #3
Exercise 3:
Nowadays many people use social media for different purposes. Some
people think that social media is good for communication and
education. But other people think that social media is bad for mental
health and privacy. Discuss both views.

Social media is a phenomenon that has transformed the way people

communicate and learn in the 21st century. However, it also has some
negative impacts on mental health and privacy. In this essay, I will
agree with both views to some extent and explain my reasons.
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#2 Body paragraph 1 (4-5 câu)
#1 Câu chủ đề
#2 Luận ý 1
#3 Ví dụ để phục vụ cho luận ý 1/ hoặc đi sâu hơn để giải thích luận ý 1
#4 Luận ý 2
#5 Ví dụ để phục vụ cho luận ý 2/ hoặc đi sâu hơn để giải thích luận ý 1

Notice: Không có câu kết luận nào ở body paragraph 1 và 2!

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#3 Body paragraph 2 (4-5 câu)
#1 Câu chủ đề
#2 Luận ý 1
#3 Ví dụ để phục vụ cho luận ý 1/ hoặc đi sâu hơn để giải thích luận ý 1
#4 Luận ý 2
#5 Ví dụ để phục vụ cho luận ý 2/ hoặc đi sâu hơn để giải thích luận ý 1

Notice: Không có câu kết luận nào ở body paragraph 1 và 2!

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Lưu ý cho Body paragraph
#1 Dùng các từ nối
Giving Examples: For example, for instance, such as, namely, to illustrate, in other
words.

Giving Reasons or Results: Because, due to, owing to, since, as a result,
consequently, therefore, thus.

Adding Information: And, also, in addition, furthermore, moreover, not only … but
also, as well as.

Giving Contrast: But, however, nevertheless, although, even though, despite, in spite
of, on the other hand, by contrast.
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Luyện tập viết Body paragraph #1
On the one hand, some people think that educating boys and girls in
separate schools has some advantages. They argue that this can reduce the
distractions and peer pressure that may arise from the opposite sex,
especially during adolescence. For example, some studies have shown that
girls tend to perform better in math and science subjects when they are in
single-sex schools than when they are in co-educational schools. Moreover,
some people believe that separate schools can cater to the different learning
styles and needs of boys and girls more effectively. For instance, some
educators suggest that boys tend to be more active and competitive, while
girls tend to be more cooperative and expressive. Therefore, separate
schools can provide a more suitable and comfortable learning environment
for both genders.
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#4 Conclusion (2 câu)
Paraphrase lại 2 câu của mở bài.

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Luyện tập viết Conclusion #1
Ví dụ về mở bài: Education is an essential aspect of human
development and society. One of the debates in this field is whether
boys and girls should be educated in separate schools or mixed schools.
There are arguments for and against both options, and this essay will
discuss them and give my own opinion.

Do đó kết bài sẽ là: In conclusion, although there are some merits to

educating boys and girls in separate schools. I believe that mixed
schools are more advantageous for both students and society.

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 Notice!
#1 Phải viết đủ 4 đoạn (mở - thân 1 – thân 2 – kết).
Không viết gộp 4 đoạn làm 1 bài văn. Không viết thiếu đoạn nào. (nhớ thụt đầu dòng)
#2 Phải đáp ứng yêu cầu đề và không lạc đề.
#3 Tuyệt đối không mở đầu bài viết bằng: Nowadays, it is the fact that …
#4 Các câu trong bài nên thêm các từ: can, could, might, would – vì chúng ta đang đưa ra quan điểm chứ không phải đưa ra 1
khẳng định tuyệt đối.
#5 Khi đến kết bài tuyệt đối không đưa ra thêm quan điểm/ý kiến mới (chỉ khẳng định lại điều đã nói trong mở bài).
#6 Xuyên suốt bài làm phải giữ nguyên quan điểm.
#7 Không sử dụng don’t doesn’t mà phải dùng do not, does not. Tương tự cho wouldn’t, can’t, ain’t, it’s …
#8 Không cần phải sử dụng dẫn chứng có thật, có thể sử dụng dẫn chứng tưởng tượng hoặc dựa vào kinh nghiệm sống để làm
bài nghị luận. Tránh trường hợp sử dụng các khảo sát/kết quả nghiên cứu chưa được cung cấp trong câu hỏi để discuss topic.
#9 Viết chênh lệch 10% (hơn hoặc kém) số lượng từ đề bài yêu cầu. (It is sẽ được tính là 2 từ)

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 #1 Phải viết đủ 4 đoạn (mở - thân 1 – thân 2 – kết).
Không viết gộp 4 đoạn làm 1 bài văn. Không viết thiếu/dư đoạn nào
Education is an essential aspect of human development and society. One of the debates in this field is whether boys and
girls should be educated in separate schools or mixed schools. There are arguments for and against both options, and this
essay will discuss them and give my own opinion.
On the one hand, some people think that educating boys and girls in separate schools has some advantages. They argue
that this can reduce the distractions and peer pressure that may arise from the opposite sex, especially during adolescence.
For example, some studies have shown that girls tend to perform better in math and science subjects when they are in single-
sex schools than when they are in co-educational schools. Moreover, some people believe that separate schools can cater to
the different learning styles and needs of boys and girls more effectively. For instance, some educators suggest that boys tend
to be more active and competitive, while girls tend to be more cooperative and expressive.
On the other hand, other people think that educating boys and girls in mixed schools has more benefits. They claim that
this can promote social skills and mutual understanding between the genders, which are essential for their future life and
career. For example, some research has indicated that students who attend co-educational schools have higher levels of self-
confidence and communication skills than those who attend single-sex schools4. Furthermore, some people argue that mixed
schools can prepare students for the real world better than separate schools. They point out that most workplaces and
societies are composed of both men and women, so students need to learn how to interact and cooperate with each other
regardless of their gender.
In my opinion, I agree with the latter view that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. I think that this
can help them develop their social skills and respect for diversity, which are crucial for their personal growth and social
harmony. I also think that mixed schools can provide equal opportunities and challenges for both genders, which can motivate
them to achieve their full potential.
In conclusion, although there are some merits to educating boys and girls in separate schools. However, I believe that
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 #1 Phải viết đủ 4 đoạn (mở - thân 1 – thân 2 – kết).
Không viết gộp 4 đoạn làm 1 bài văn. Không viết thiếu/dư đoạn nào
Education is an essential aspect of human development and society. One of the debates in this field is
whether boys and girls should be educated in separate schools or mixed schools. There are arguments for and
against both options, and this essay will discuss them and give my own opinion.
On the one hand, I agree with the view that educating boys and girls in separate schools has some
advantages. Firstly, this can reduce the distractions and peer pressure that may arise from the opposite sex,
especially during adolescence. For example, some studies have shown that girls tend to perform better in math
and science subjects when they are in single-sex schools than when they are in co-educational schools.
Secondly, separate schools can cater to the different learning styles and needs of boys and girls more
effectively. For instance, some educators suggest that boys tend to be more active and competitive, while girls
tend to be more cooperative and expressive.On the other hand, I agree more with the view that educating boys
and girls in mixed schools has more benefits. Firstly, this can promote social skills and mutual understanding
between the genders, which are essential for their future life and career. For example, some research has
indicated that students who attend co-educational schools have higher levels of self-confidence and
communication skills than those who attend single-sex schools. Secondly, mixed schools can prepare students
for the real world better than separate schools. They point out that most workplaces and societies are composed
of both men and women, so students need to learn how to interact and cooperate with each other regardless of
their gender.
In conclusion, although there are some merits to educating boys and girls in separate schools, I believe
that mixed schools are more advantageous for both students and society.
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#2 Phải đáp ứng yêu cầu đề và không lạc đề
Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate
schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from
attending mixed schools. Discuss both these views and give your own
opinion.

-> Không được bàn luận chỉ 1 góc nhìn mà phải bàn luận cả 2 góc nhìn.
Đồng thời ở mỗi đoạn (là mỗi 1 góc nhìn) thì phải đưa ra ý kiến là đồng
ý hoặc không đồng ý cho mỗi góc nhìn. Đoạn nào đồng ý thì để ở thân
bài thứ 2.

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#3 Tuyệt đối không mở đầu bài viết bằng: Nowadays, it
is the fact that …
Nowadays, some people think that … (X)
Chỉ cần paraphrase theo đề bài (✔)

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Homework
1. Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others,
however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss both
these views and give your own opinion.
2. In many countries, imprisonment is the most common solution to crime. However, some
people believe that better education will be a more effective solution. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
3. Car ownership has increased so rapidly over past thirty years that may cities in the world are
now on big traffic jam. How true do you think this statement is? How government should
encourage people to reduce using their cars.
4. Governments should be responsible for funding and controlling scientific research rather than
private organizations. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
5. In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message? Give reason for
your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge or experience.

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 Don’t give up!
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